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Specifications for the 1980 Triumph TR8
Read through these items to learn a little more about what it’s like to drive this car.
Rating Scale:
1= Handles and drives like a Model T
10=Handles and drives like a modern car
| Description | 2 -door convertible | |
| Speed | Very powerful V8, very torquey | Rating= 10 |
| Brakes | Power-assisted, very good | Rating= 7 |
| Handling | The power can overwhelm rear grip, otherwise good | Rating= 7 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual, shifts easily | Rating= 8 |
| Visibility | Very good with the top down, blind spots with top up | |
| Safety | Shoulder belt | |
| Passengers | 2 t | |
| Climate Control | Heat | |
| Quirks | Top is diffuclt to raise; ask for assistance | |
| Driver Position | Left-hand drive | |
| Overall Rating | 8 out of 10 |